Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Connersville, Indiana
3 of 4 nursing homes in Connersville (75%) meet our strict criteria. The Indiana statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
350
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Connersville, Indiana, is adequate, with 75% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should consider the top-rated Heritage House Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, which boasts a 5-star rating, while noting that one facility has zero fines, indicating potential concerns.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 HERITAGE HOUSE REHABILITATION & HEALTH CARE CENTER (90) — Heritage House Rehabilitation & Health Care Center boasts an impressive CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines, this county-owned facility prioritizes community well-being, making it an excellent choice for rehabilitation and health services.
- 2 CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER (90) — Caroleton Healthcare Center stands out with a perfect CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, ensuring exceptional care for its 50 residents. Its strong Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines reflect a commitment to quality, making it a top choice in Connersville.
- 3 HICKORY CREEK AT CONNERSVILLE (90) — Hickory Creek at Connersville is a 5-star rated facility with an A grade, ensuring residents receive outstanding care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this for-profit center is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for its 36 residents.
The other 1 Connersville facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Heritage House Rehabilitation & Health Care Center boasts an impressive CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines, this county-owned facility prioritizes community well-being, making it an excellent choice for rehabilitation and health services.
Caroleton Healthcare Center stands out with a perfect CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, ensuring exceptional care for its 50 residents. Its strong Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines reflect a commitment to quality, making it a top choice in Connersville.
Hickory Creek at Connersville is a 5-star rated facility with an A grade, ensuring residents receive outstanding care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this for-profit center is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for its 36 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Connersville Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Questions Connersville Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Connersville's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 4 Connersville facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Connersville avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Connersville facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Connersville, IN are recommended?
3 of 4 nursing homes in Connersville (75%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Connersville "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Connersville?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.